1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2006 BMW 745
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2006 BMW 745 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Alfetta | 745 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 88 L |